Brunch gets a tea time spin with herby, savory, freshly baked scones

It’s the freakin’ weekend, which means you should not be awake early enough for breakfast. Sleep in. It’s all about brunch.

We should all take a lesson from the British: Tea time should be part of our daily routine, but most of us can't afford to leave our desks for a spot of Earl Grey in the afternoon. Leave it to the weekend for proper unwinding with a tea-time inspired brunch, and these savory, cheesy scones are the perfect American spin on the UK's classic snack pastry.

Salty provolone and fresh herbs like chives, rosemary and thyme make for one savory scone perfect for slathering in butter. If you have too many portions of dough, you can put them into individual bags and freeze for up to one month in advance—handy if you're going to make tea time a weekend habit. So steep your tea, put your pinkie up, and eat like the Queen herself with these afternoon delights.